Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Air Conditioning O-Ring Seal Replacement
- Removal Procedure
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- Disassemble the A/C refrigerant components. Refer to the appropriate repair procedure
- Cap or tape the A/C refrigerant components.
- Remove the O-ring seal (1) from the A/C refrigerant component.
- Inspect the O-ring seal for signs of damage to help determine the root cause of the failure.
- Inspect the A/C refrigerant components for damage or burrs. Repair if necessary.
- DISCARD the O-ring seal.
Note:
Cap or tape the open A/C refrigerant components immediately to prevent system contamination.
- Installation Procedure
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- Inspect the new O-ring seal for any sign of cracks, cuts, or damage.
- Remove the cap or tape from the A/C refrigerant components.
- Using a lint-free clean, dry cloth, carefully clean the sealing surfaces of the A/C refrigerant components.
- Lightly coat the new O-ring seal with mineral base 525 viscosity refrigerant oil.
- Carefully slide the NEW O-ring seal (1) onto the A/C refrigerant component.
- The O-ring seal (1) must be fully seated.
- Assemble the A/C components.
Refer to the appropriate repair procedure.
Note:
DO NOT allow any of the mineral base 525 viscosity refrigerant oil on the new O-ring seal to enter the refrigerant system.
Note:
DO NOT reuse O-ring seals.
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Air Conditioning Clutch Assembly Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
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Special Tools
GE-39400-A Halogen Leak Detector
GE-46246 Valve Core Removal Tool
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
Removal Procedure
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Other materials:
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check
Warning
When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the
vehicle moves, you or others could be injured.
1. Before starting this check, be sure there is enough room around the vehicle.
It should be parked on a level surface.
2. Apply the parking brake. Be ready to ap ...
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Communication Interface Module Bracket Replacement
Callout
Component Name
Preliminary Procedure
Remove the instrument panel lower compartment. Refer to
Instrument Panel Lower Compartment Replacement
1
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Starting System Description and Operation
The starter motors are non-repairable starter motors. They have pole pieces that
are arranged around the armature. Both solenoid windings are energized. The pull-in
winding circuit is completed to the ground through the starter motor. The windings
work together magnetically to pull and hold in ...
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